A5066375804- Wood Treatment and Properties
- Lignin and Wood Chemistry
- Natural Fiber Reinforced Composites
- Advanced Cellulose Research Studies
- Wood and Agarwood Research
- Material Properties and Processing
- Environmental Impact and Sustainability
- Textile materials and evaluations
- Nonlinear Optical Materials Research
- Cultural Heritage Materials Analysis
- Forest ecology and management
- Organic and Molecular Conductors Research
- Forest Insect Ecology and Management
- Building materials and conservation
- Tree Root and Stability Studies
- Plant Surface Properties and Treatments
- Luminescence and Fluorescent Materials
- Biofuel production and bioconversion
- Bamboo properties and applications
- Nonlinear Optical Materials Studies
- Fiber-reinforced polymer composites
- Sustainable Building Design and Assessment
- Porphyrin and Phthalocyanine Chemistry
- Manufacturing Process and Optimization
- biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties
NHS Lothian
2025
Bangor University
1999-2022
Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research
2016-2021
British Heart Foundation
2020
King's College London
2020
InnoRenew CoE
2017-2019
University of Bath
1982-2017
Landscape Institute
2015
Edinburgh Napier University
2008-2014
Norske Skog (Norway)
2013
Abstract This paper reviews recent findings on wood–water interaction and puts them into context of established knowledge in the field. Several new challenge prevalent theories are critically discussed an attempt to advance current highlight gaps. The focus this review is put water broadest concept wood products, that is, living tree not considered. Moreover, covers basic relation, states transitions. Secondary effects such as ability alter physical properties only cases where there...
Abstract The water vapor sorption behavior of a range natural fibers (jute, flax, coir, cotton, hemp, Sitka spruce) has been studied. data were analyzed using the Hailwood Horrobin model for isotherm fitting and determination monolayer moisture content. was found to provide good fits experimental data. extent hysteresis exhibited between adsorption desorption isotherms dependent on fiber type studied larger with high lignin compared low content fibers. area bounded by loop decreased as...
Abstract Thermal modification is a well-established commercial technology for improving the dimensional stability and durability of timber. Numerous reviews thermally modified timber (TMT) are to be found in scientific literature, but until now review influence cell wall moisture content during process on properties TMT has been lacking. This paper current state knowledge regarding hygroscopic behaviour under dry (cell at nearly zero content) wet contains moisture) conditions. After an...
The use of plant fibers as a reinforcement in polyester matrices requires the issue compatibility between two phases to be addressed. Because present hydrophilic surfaces and polyesters are generally hydrophobic, poor fiber–matrix dispersion wetting by matrix may result. As consequence, mechanical properties composite severely reduced. This study considers effect fiber treatment chemical modification (acetylation) or silane titanate coupling agents on coir oil palm reinforced composites. ©...
This paper reviews the degradation, preservation and conservation of waterlogged archaeological wood. Degradation due to bacteria in anoxic soft-rot fungi oxic conditions is discussed with consideration effect on chemical composition wood, as well deposition sulphur iron within structure. The effects physical properties are also considered. then discusses role consolidants preserving wood after it excavated issues be considered when reburial used a means preservation. use alum polyethylene...
Abstract Timber cladding has been used since historical times as a locally available, affordable weather protection option. Nowadays, interest in timber is again increasing because of ecological reasons well naturalistic viewpoints. This review presents comprehensive report on European context, beginning with brief overview the history before considering contemporary use for building envelopes. The basic principles good design are considered, paying attention to orientation, fixings and...
Abstract The purpose of this review is to report on the state-of-the-art interaction moisture with natural materials and fabricated biomimetic functional materials, an emphasis upon hygro-responsive behaviour wood. primary objective examine how water sorption affects dimensional knowledge property in plant-based (mainly, but not exclusively wood) can be used inform design moisture-responsive devices. study examines literature bio-inspired concentrating kinetics, migration location sorbed...
Wood modification is a generic term describing the application of chemical, physical, or biological methods to alter properties material. The aim get better performance from wood, resulting in improvements dimensional stability, decay resistance, weathering etc. It essential that modified wood non-toxic service and disposal at end life does not result generation any toxic residues. Over past five years there have been significant developments technologies, especially commercial sector. This...
Article The Dimensional Stabilisation of Corsican Pine Sapwood by Reaction with Carboxylic Acid Anhydrides. Effect Chain Length was published on January 1, 1996 in the journal Holzforschung (volume 50, issue 5).